Renter's Guide to Gilbert

You’ll love calling Gilbert, AZ home! Featuring gorgeous sunshine year-round combined with urban amenities, it’s no wonder Gilbert consistently ranks high on lists as a go-to city for families, employees, outdoor enthusiasts, and more. If you’re looking for a thriving Arizona city that you’ll love calling home, look no further.

At 76 square-miles, Gilbert is roughly 7 times smaller than Phoenix, which is about 22 miles away. Gilbert to Glendale is 32 miles.

Law Street Media ranked Gilbert the 2nd safest city in the US, and WalletHub rated it the 14th Best City for Families. It was also named the 20th Best City to Live In America by 24/7 Wall St. If all of that weren't enough, Gilbert is even considered a Playful City USA by KaBoom! and Tree City USA by the National Arbor Day Foundation.

The weather here can get very hot, with temperatures reaching into the 100s from June through September. But luckily the humidity isn’t too bad. Average winter temperatures are in the upper 60s, with lows dipping into the 40s. The city receives around 9 inches of rain per year, compared to 300 sunny days.

Gilbert, AZ Demographics

Total Population642

Female248

Male394

Median Age44.4

Cost of Living in Gilbert, AZ

The cost of living is a little higher than in Phoenix and considerably higher than Mesa. Dinner for two costs around $50 at a mid-range restaurant, and $3 more will get you a domestic beer.

Basic utility services for a 915 square-foot apartment here cost an average of $185/month, which is comparable to Phoenix.

Bus service in Gilbert is provided by Valley Metro, with monthly passes starting at $64. Because the city is so close to Phoenix, you’ll have access to ride sharing options like Uber or Lyft, as well as 24-hour taxi service. But that comes with a price – Phoenix's traffic.

Average Rent in Gilbert, AZ

Gilbert, AZ Average Rental Price, February 2019$1,228/mo

Gilbert, AZ Apartment Rent Ranges

$701-$1,00018%

$1,001-$1,50067%

$1,501-$2,00014%

> $2,0001%

Gilbert, AZ Rent Trends

Average Rent

Jan / 2016

May / 2016

Sept / 2016

Jan / 2017

May / 2017

Sept / 2017

Jan / 2018

May / 2018

Feb / 2019

Gilbert, AZ

$1,033

$1,046

$1,084

$1,076

$1,110

$1,148

$1,146

$1,149

$1,228

National

$1,290

$1,319

$1,334

$1,329

$1,354

$1,366

$1,366

$1,381

$1,396

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Average rent is projected to grow by 5% in 2018 compared to 2017.

Please note that projected rent growth is calculated at city level.

Average rent values on this page are aggregated from data from the following zip codes: 852338523485295852968529785298

Living in Gilbert, AZ

Gilbert is the quintessential American city to call home. Sunshine 80% of the time, top-rated schools, a booming economy, and an overall safe community are making this city one of the best places to live in the country. Being close to Phoenix means you are near professional sports, a bustling downtown, and great restaurants for a night out.

Thrillist considers Gilbert the Best Suburb in Phoenix, and Money Magazine listed it as the 22nd Best Place to Live in the United States.

But living in Gilbert does have a few drawbacks. Summers can get extremely hot, with temperatures in the 100s on most days. Another drawback to Gilbert is the lack of cultural options, which don't stack up to many other major cities, like Los Angeles or Chicago.

Things to do in Gilbert

Gilbert is home to 600 acres of park area spread across 37 parks. For starters, check out District Discovery Park, with a garden, beaches, trails, playgrounds, and more. Freestone Park is another great site, with a lake stocked for fishing, an amphitheater, a skate park, and trails.

Looking to soak in a little culture? Make your way to Gilbert Historical Museum, where you'll find vintage photos and artifacts highlighting the history of the Western US. And the Hale Center Theatre not only features great live shows but is the longest continuously running, privately owned theater company in America.

To beat the heat, Gilbert has four public pools, including the Mesquite Aquatic Center, which features water slides, a splash area, and zero-depth entry for kids.

Downtown Gilbert has plenty of things to do for folks of all ages, including boutique and specialty stores, restaurants, businesses, and – because of the beautiful weather – plenty of events and festivals. Along with farmer's markets, there's also a weekly food truck festival. The Gilbert Days Event brings in folks from all over and features a parade, a festival, and plenty of other activities.

Phoenix boasts some incredible professional sports teams, like the NFL’s Phoenix Cardinals, the NBA’s Phoenix Suns, and the MLB’s Arizona Diamondbacks. It's even home to an NHL team – the Phoenix Coyotes. Sports fans will also love having a PGA Tour and NASCAR stop nearby, along with MLB spring training.

The surrounding area has park areas and mountains worth exploring, like the Phoenix Zoo and the Castles N’ Coasters Amusement Park.

Employment and Economy

WalletHub ranked Gilbert as the 11th Hardest Working City in America and the 4th Best Community for Hispanic Entrepreneurs.

It's main industries center around science, technology, engineering, and math, with major employers in biotech, life sciences, healthcare, clean tech and renewable energy, along withaerospace and defense. Gilbert Public Schools, Banner Health, and Mercy Gilbert Medical Center are the top 3 employers here.

Education in Gilbert

Arizona State University, ranked #1 by U.S. News and World Report for innovation, is located just 12 miles away in Tempe. The Wall Street Journal also ranked ASU #1 in Arizona and #5 in the country for Best Qualified Graduates.

Most public schools in the city are part of the Gilbert Public Schools district, which includes a solid selection of elementary, middle, and high schools, as well as charter schools.

Gilbert, AZ Education Statistics

Some High School32%

Some College39%

Associate Degree19%

Bachelor Degree8%

Graduate Degree2%

Tips for Renting in Gilbert

It may be hot, but you’ll love calling Gilbert home. First, though, let's take a minute to get familiar with the local tenant laws.

Arizona has laws prohibiting rent control, which means a landlord has the right to increase the rent once the lease has expired. The state also considers transactions between landlord and tenant to be private and generally will not handle disputes.

If you lose any vital utilities and your landlord isn’t taking care of the issue, you have the right to hire a licensed contractor for up to $300, or less than half your rent, whichever is greater. You can then deduct the expenses from your next month’s payment.

Leases may vary, so make sure you take the time to read yours prior to signing.

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